He was born in Hamburg, Germany, and studied at the School of Music there. A multi-instrumentalist, he was hired by Hans Busch to play with his orchestra before serving as a bandsman in the German Navy during World War II. He later formed his own big band, toured with them, then worked as an arranger and producer, making hit records with Freddy Quinn and Ivo Robic. In 1961, he hired The Beatles to back Tony Sheridan on "My Bonnie (Lies Over the Ocean)," "When the Saints Go Marching In," "Ain't She Sweet" and "Cry for a Shadow," in a session for Polydor. These turned out to be the Beatles' first commercial recordings. When Beatles manager Brian Epstein asked Kaempfert about further promoting The Beatles, Kaempfert informed Epstein that the company was only interested in The Beatles as Tony Sheridan's backup group. (It also turned out British Decca executive Dick Rowe turned them down in favor of local beat combo Brian Poole and the Tremeloes.) He then released The Beatles from their contract with Polydor.
Sleigh Ride
Bert Kaempfert Lyrics
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Come on, it's lovely weather for a sleigh ride together with you.
Outside the snow is falling and friends are calling "Yoo hoo"
Come on, it's lovely weather for a sleigh ride together with you.
Giddy yap, giddy yap, giddy yap, let's go,
Let's look at the show.We're riding in a wonderland of snow.
Giddy yap, giddy yap, giddy yap, it's grand
Just holding your hand.
We're gliding along with a song of a wintery fairy land.
Our cheeks are nice and rosy and comfy cozy are we,
We're snuggled up together like two birds of a feather would be.
Let's take that road before us and sing a chorus or two
Come on it's lovely weather for a sleigh ride together with you.
Bert Kaempfert's "Sleigh Ride" is a cheerful, upbeat song that paints a vivid picture of a wintery wonderland complete with sleigh bells and snow. With every jingle and tingle of the bells, the song invites the listener to come along on a magical adventure. The chorus urges the listener to take a ride with a friend or loved one, promising a cozy experience in the snow. The song is filled with imagery of the winter season, from the snow falling outside, to the warmth of snuggling up with the person next to you.
As the song progresses, the singer promises to take the listener on a journey through a "wintery fairy land," where the snow is a wonderland to behold. The two of them are gliding along, their cheeks rosy and their bodies bundled up against the cold. Throughout the song, there is an emphasis on togetherness, as two people share a delightful moment in the snow. The song encourages the listener to take time to appreciate the beauty of winter and the company of those they love.
Line by Line Meaning
Just hear those sleigh bells jingle-ing, ring-ting tingle-ing, too,
Let's listen to the beautiful sounds of the sleigh bells ringing and the tingling sensations they bring.
Come on, it's lovely weather for a sleigh ride together with you.
The weather is perfect for us to go on a sleigh ride together and enjoy the winter scenery.
Outside the snow is falling and friends are calling 'Yoo hoo'
As we head out, we can hear our friends calling and see the snow falling outside.
Giddy yap, giddy yap, giddy yap, let's go,
Let's get the horses moving and start our sleigh ride adventure.
Let's look at the show.
Let's admire the stunning winter landscape around us.
We're riding in a wonderland of snow.
As we travel, we are surrounded by a magical winter wonderland covered in snow.
Giddy yap, giddy yap, giddy yap, it's grand
The excitement of the ride and the beauty around us is simply amazing!
Just holding your hand.
Being close to you and holding your hand makes this experience even more special.
We're gliding along with a song of a wintery fairy land.
As we move, we feel like we are part of a fairy tale world and the music in our hearts matches the magic we see around us.
Our cheeks are nice and rosy and comfy cozy are we,
The cold winter air is making us blush and our cozy blankets and being together makes us feel comfortable and warm.
We're snuggled up together like two birds of a feather would be.
We are close to each other, feeling like we are two birds of a feather snuggling together for warmth.
Let's take that road before us and sing a chorus or two
As we continue our journey, let's sing some songs and enjoy each other's company, making this experience even more memorable.
Come on it's lovely weather for a sleigh ride together with you.
Even though it's cold outside, the weather is perfect for us to be together and enjoy the beauty of this winter wonderland on our sleigh ride.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Leroy Anderson, Mitchell Parish
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@hearttoheart4me
I love all of Bert Kaempfert and His Orchestra's music. Just nothing will ever be like it, EVER again. Sad too. Thanks for the video.
@jerry3136
Just a Thank You for this beautiful piece. Christmas may be over this song and video just make you feel good.........
@818Dimples
I agree with you Jerry.
@christopherorourke6543
Sleight ride, Jingo,Jango, Let it snow, Winter wonderland, Frost y the Sbowman, Jingle Bell rock, Jingle Bells are Winter songs that has nothing to do with Christmas that can be played from Halloween to St. Patrick’s Day up in Alaska & from Thanksgiving to St. Patrick’s Day in he Lower 48.
@VictorKPanda
My favorite version.😊
@ezigma62
--what a great combination...good old Leroy Anderson with a toush of Mr. Kaempfert-- that is what create ever,ever,ever greens like this--. Thanks for upload Walter.
@FrankWms
Thanks, Walter, for another year of beautiful music on YouTube, with great "visuals" (beautiful women...:). Socratess2007 is the best!
@allanbirk3171
Love this song lol
@bvwatcher2
Thank you for a wonderful year of music and visuals. Have a great holiday season and by all means continue with these marvelous posts.
@h0meatlast
This needs more likes. It's good!